Power System Engineer - EMT Studies

DNV Germany Holding GmbH; Montreal; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Power System Engineer to join its innovative team. This role involves performing advanced Electro-magnetic Transient Studies and developing PSCAD models, contributing to the growth of the Power Systems Advisory business in North America. The ideal candidate will deliver technical insights while ensuring exceptional customer service. With a dynamic hybrid work schedule, this position offers the opportunity to work from both office and client locations, making it perfect for those who thrive in collaborative environments. Join a forward-thinking company committed to a sustainable energy future and take your career to new heights.

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match

Flexible work schedule

Education Assistance Program

Consumer discounts and rewards

Advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with Power System emphasis required.
• Hands-on experience with PSCAD and power system analysis software is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform EMT Studies and develop PSCAD models for power systems.
• Cultivate customer relationships and provide technical advisory support.

Skills

Power System Analysis

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Dynamic Teamwork

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Doctorate degree in Electric Power Systems

Tools

PSCAD

PSS/E

MATLAB

Python

DigSilent Power Factory

TSAT

TARA

ASPEN

Job description

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

DNV Energy Systems’ group has an exciting opportunity for a Power System Engineer (EMT Studies) in its Renewables & Power Grids service area.

Our team provides creative, cost-effective, and practical solutions to stakeholders in power generation, transmission, and distribution systems. The Engineer must demonstrate vision and drive and be passionate about contributing to the growth of the Power Systems Advisory business in North America. The ideal candidate will contribute in delivering technical insights and providing customers with excellent customer service.

What You’ll Do

• Perform Electro-magnetic Transient (EMT) Studies such as sub synchronous resonance (SSR), control interaction (SSCI), ferro-resonance, temporary overvoltage (TOV), switching overvoltage (SOV), transient recovery voltage (TRV), harmonic, energization etc.
• Develop/tune PSCAD models, perform PSCAD/PSSE model benchmarking analysis
• Produce and/or review technical reports and presentations for external Customers
• Timely completion of projects assigned while meeting project quality and project budget
• Stay up to date with relevant industry standards such as IEEE, NERC, CIGRE
• Develop or modify automation scripts to enhance the efficiency, speed and accuracy of technical simulations
• Contribute to the team’s research and innovative activities in terms of development of new techniques and/or analytical tools to enhance team’s performance in terms of efficiency and/or capability improvements
• Cultivate customer relationships, technical advisory support for generations, and large load interconnections connecting to transmission system

This role is based at our DNV office in Toronto (ON) or Montreal (QB), presenting a dynamic hybrid schedule where employees will typically spend three (3) days per week working from either a DNV office or client location/site. Further details regarding role-specific requirements will be shared during the interview process.

The position may also be considered at other DNV offices within Canada.

• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefit plans available to all employees
• Special programs – Employee Assistance Program and accident and critical illness options for you and your family
• Workplace strategies for mental health resources available to all employees
• Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with company match
• Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
• Education Assistance Program
• Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
• Consumer discounts and rewards through our BenefitsHub
• Advancement opportunities

**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

What is Required

• Master’s degree in electrical engineering with emphasis in Power System and Control
• Hands-on experience with PSCAD software
• Knowledge of inverter-based resources (Wind, Solar, Battery Storage) and associated control
• In-depth understanding of fundamentals of electric power systems and renewable energy, small-signal and large-signal control stability
• Strong organizational, interpersonal (written & verbal) skills, problem solving and analytical skills
• Ability to work in a dynamic team environment
• We conduct pre-employment background screening
• Excellent oral and written communications skills in English

“Considering that this position requires English proficiency, the recruitment process will be conducted in English. If you prefer the process to be conducted in French, please inform us immediately. In this case, you will still be assessed on your proficiency in English during the process.”

What is Preferred

• Active PE License
• Doctorate degree with emphasis on Electric Power Systems
• Hands-on experience performing EMT, SSR studies
• Experience in scripting languages (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automation and data analysis
• Demonstrable hands-on experience with one or more power system analysis software packages including PSS/E, DigSilent Power Factory, TSAT, TARA, ASPEN
• Knowledge of ERCOT Electricity Market planning & interconnection practices
• Knowledge of other Electricity Markets (such as PJM, MISO, NYISO, ISONE) planning & interconnection practices